Andrew Dixon, formerly of Tesco, Boots and Procter & Gamble, has joined the Residential Landlords Association (RLA) as the organisation’s new chief executive.

Dixon, who has worked across the globe for various companies, was responsible for leading the Tesco Clubcard and Boots Advantage Card loyalty and insight programmes.

Dixon, who has been interim chief operating officer of Uchumi Supermarkets PLC in Kenya since November 2017, said: “I believe the RLA has developed a great service for its members and this is reflected in the doubling of its membership over the last five years.

“I look forward to bringing some additional experience to the team which I hope will extend the offer and further grow the membership.”

Alan Ward, RLA chairman, is delighted that Dixon has joined the landlords’ body.

He commented: “Andrew brings a wealth of experience in gaining and retaining customers and we look forward to him applying this to the RLA.

“It is more important than ever that private landlords have support to provide high standard accommodation and Andrew will ensure that membership of the RLA provides this to more landlords.”